Sixth Sunday After Pentecost - July 4, 2021

Trinity Episcopal Church 

CREATIVE  DOWNTOWN

Worship

PROGRESSIVE  ICLUSIVE

Sixth Sunday After Pentecost

Morning Devotion 

July 4, 2021

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10:00am

Welcome to Trinity Episcopal Church Good morning and “welcome home” to Trinity! Whether you are new to our community or have found yourself coming back again and again, we want you to know you are both welcome and wanted here among us. For some, church is as comfortable and familiar as a good pair of jeans, or like coming back to your childhood home (if it is one filled with good memories). For others, church might be like visiting a foreign country where you experience unfamiliar language or customs. And then, sadly, for some, church has become equated with feelings of hurt, shame or rejection. We get all of that and believe church can be different. We are a diverse community of seekers, believers, and doubters held together by the hope that together we are better, kinder, and more courageous when we stand side by side and face into the challenges of our lives and in the world together.

We challenge the practices of our tradition that have at times kept others out and instead embrace Jesus’ mandate to welcome all, no exceptions, as a core value. And, we get that if people are brave enough to either walk through the doors of a big gothic-looking church in downtown Toledo, or tune in to Trinity@Home on line, we better be serious about being explicitly progressive, inclusive and creative in all we say and do.

We love our Episcopal tradition, AND we love people from all walks of life even more! It is our hope and prayer that together we will navigate our way through each gathering, worship service, opportunity to serve, class, meal and social time together with humility, grace and laughter all infused with radical hospitality.

So thank you for being here today; for trusting the yearning that brought you through those ancient doors. May we all find our way into the heart of God’s love as we make room for each other in this community and this world- we believe we are better and love more when diversity is celebrated and the bounds of God’s love are stretched wide.

This bulletin is a guide to accompany you through the “liturgy”- meaning the “work of the people”- which is how our tradition approaches worship. It does indeed take a village bringing all of its gifts together to create our expression of gratitude and devotion week after week.

Here is a quick little guide to help you follow along as we worship together: • • •

Italicized Print = singing Bold Print = everyone is invited to join in reciting a prayer/reading Bold & Italicized Print = everyone is invited to join in singing.

Welcome Home!

May you never forget you are loved, Lisa The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray, Rector www.trinitytoledo.org

 The Liturgy of the Word  Prelude

Awesome God

Rich Mullins

(Gabe Hagedorn)

Welcome Opening Song

The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray

Soon and Very Soon

Andraé Crouch (Chris Joseph, Jon Brown, Kim Buehler & Lisa Tucker-Gray)

Soon and very soon, we are going to see the King!

Soon and very soon, we are going to see the King!

Soon and very soon, we are going to see the King!

Hallelujah, Hallelujah, we're going to see the King!

No more crying there, we are going to see the King!

No more crying there, we are going to see the King!

No more crying there, we are going to see the King!

Hallelujah, Hallelujah, we're going to see the King!

No more dying there, we are going to see the King!

No more dying there, we are going to see the King!

No more dying there, we are going to see the King!

Hallelujah, Hallelujah, we're going to see the King!

Soon and very soon, we are going to see the King!

Soon and very soon, we are going to see the King!

Soon and very soon, we are going to see the King!

Hallelujah, Hallelujah, we're going to see the King!

Hallelujah, Hallelujah, we're going to see the King!

Opening Statement & Collect of the Day Priest: People: Priest:

The Work of The People (TWOTP)

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Earth as the Original Spiritual Directors

by Christine Valters Paintner

May everything in Creation become a catalyst for your self-understanding. Let the sacred whispers carried on the wind invite you to release what is not necessary, let the breezes help your wings to ascend, the sparrows to remember your flock. Let the divine fire that burns in your heart kindle you to deeper compassion, sunlight to seek illumination let the rivers and seas support you in allowing Spirit to flow through your life in new ways, embracing the rise and fall within you, let the pine cones contain an epiphany the forest ask you to embrace your 3

truth once again, and each smooth stone a revelation. Let the moon sing of quiet miracles, like those which reveal and conceal the world every day right before your eyes. May you make time to listen to the elements in their wisdom, revealing the Holy One’s face and the sacred direction for your one precious life.

FIRST READING Reader:

Ezekiel 2:1-5 A reading from Ezekiel.

Read by Bettye Jo Hansbarger

The Lord said to me: O mortal, stand up on your feet, and I will speak with you. And when he spoke to me, a spirit entered into me and set me on my feet; and I heard him speaking to me.

He said to me, Mortal, I am sending you to the people of Israel, to a nation of rebels who have rebelled against me; they and their ancestors have transgressed against me to this very day.

The descendants are impudent and stubborn. I am sending you to them, and you shall say to them, “Thus says the Lord God.” Whether they hear or refuse to hear (for they are a rebellious house), they shall know that there has been a prophet among them.

Reader: People:

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

THE PSALM

Psalm 123

Psalms for Praying

The plain text will be offered by the cantor; the congregation is invited to respond by singing the text in bold.

To You I lift up my spirit, You, who are enthroned in every heart!

For, as the young child holds tightly the hand of its parent, As those in the throes of disease look to one who brings comfort, So our spirits seek the Heart of Love, that we might find mercy and forgiveness.

Have mercy on us, O Compassionate One, have mercy, that we might turn from our blind and ignorant ways.

Too long our souls have been veiled by fear and illusion.

Have mercy, lead us to the path of wholeness, that we may know the abiding Peace of the Beloved.

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SECOND READING Reader:

2 Corinthians 12:2-10 A reading from Second Corinthians.

Read by Jessi Rodriguez

I know a person in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven—whether in the body or out of the body I do not know; God knows. And I know that such a person— whether in the body or out of the body I do not know; God knows— was caught up into Paradise and heard things that are not to be told, that no mortal is permitted to repeat. On behalf of such a one I will boast, but on my own behalf I will not boast, except of my weaknesses. But if I wish to boast, I will not be a fool, for I will be speaking the truth. But I refrain from it, so that no one may think better of me than what is seen in me or heard from me, even considering the exceptional character of the revelations. Therefore, to keep me from being too elated, a thorn was given me in the flesh, a messenger of Satan to torment me, to keep me from being too elated. Three times I appealed to the Lord about this, that it would leave me, but he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness.” So, I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me.

Therefore I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities for the sake of Christ; for whenever I am weak, then I am strong.

Reader: People:

Gradual

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Bind Us Together Lord Bob Gillman (David Breen, Courtney Rahe, Kim Buehler, & Brian Buckner, piano) Bind us together, Lord, Bind us together With cords that cannot be broken Bind us together, Lord, Bind us together, Bind us together in Love There is only one God, You connect everything, There is only one Body, That is why we can sing.

Bind us together, Lord, Bind us together With cords that cannot be broken Bind us together, Lord, Bind us together, Bind us together in Love You are the family of God, You are the promise divine You are God’s chosen desire, You are the glorious design.

Bind us together, Lord, Bind us together With cords that cannot be broken Bind us together, Lord, Bind us together, Bind us together in Love

THE GOSPEL Deacon: People:

Mark 6:1-13 The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Mark.

Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Jesus came to his hometown, and his disciples followed him. On the sabbath he began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard him were astounded. They said, “Where did this man get all this? What is this wisdom that has been given to him?

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What deeds of power are being done by his hands! Is not this the carpenter, the son of Mary and brother of James and Joses and Judas and Simon, and are not his sisters here with us?” And they took offense at him. Then Jesus said to them, “Prophets are not without honor, except in their hometown, and among their own kin, and in their own house.” And he could do no deed of power there, except that he laid his hands on a few sick people and cured them. And he was amazed at their unbelief.

Then he went about among the villages teaching. He called the twelve and began to send them out two by two, and gave them authority over the unclean spirits. He ordered them to take nothing for their journey except a staff; no bread, no bag, no money in their belts; but to wear sandals and not to put on two tunics. He said to them, “Wherever you enter a house, stay there until you leave the place. If any place will not welcome you and they refuse to hear you, as you leave, shake off the dust that is on your feet as a testimony against them.” So they went out and proclaimed that all should repent. They cast out many demons, and anointed with oil many who were sick and cured them.

Deacon: People:

The Gospel of Christ.

Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Sermon

Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray Introduction to the Way of Love by Presiding Bishop Michael Curry

Affirmation of FAITH

From the New Zealand Prayerbook Led by Lindsey Melden

You, O God, are supreme and holy.

You create our world and give us life.

Your purpose overarches everything we do.

You have always been with us.

You are God. You, O God, are infinitely generous, good beyond all measure.

You came to us before we came to you.

You have revealed and proved your love for us in Jesus Christ, who lived and died and rose again.

You are with us now.

You are God. You, O God, are Holy Spirit You empower us to be your gospel in the world.

You reconcile and heal; you overcome death.

You are our God. We worship you. Amen.

The Prayers of the People

From Women’s Uncommon Prayer Offered by Jenna Puffer

Intercessor: Open our lips, O Spirit, that we may proclaim your benevolent truth and call for justice in our communities, in our congregations, and in the world.

People: Spirit, open our lips.

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Intercessor: Open our minds, O Creator, that we might dream a Church reconciled, a Church that knows your love so abundantly it bursts with a passion for ministry, a desire to give completely, and seeks only to give back.

People: Creator, open our minds.

Intercessor: People: Intercessor: People: Intercessor:

People: Intercessor:

People: Intercessor:

Open our hearts, O Giver of Gifts, to be transformed by compassion, so we will serve others with humility, integrity and urgency as your servants.

Giver of Gifts, open our hearts.

Open our eyes, O Sanctifier of Life, to the hurts and needs of others. Teach us to see where our abilities and resources can be used for good.

Sanctifier of Life, open our eyes.

Open our hands, O Spirit, to be your instruments of witness. Help us work without caution, serve without recognition, and proclaim justice, love and kindness, in your name.

Spirit, open our hands.

Open our memories, O Redeemer of All, as we tenderly remember those who have asked for our prayers, including those on our Prayer List…and those we now name aloud and in our hearts…

Redeemer of All, open our memories.

God, your love is free, your compassion unconditional, and your mercy infinite.

You shower upon us gifts abundant. Grant that we may know and trust these gifts cultivating faith-filled generosity in our lives each and every day. Amen.

The Confession of Sin & Absolution

Enriching Our Worship

Leader:

Let us confess our sins to God.

People:

Creator God, long-suffering, full of grace and truth, you create us from nothing and give us life abundant.

You give us new life in the water of baptism.

You never turn your face from us, nor cast us aside.

We confess we have turned against you and against our neighbor, in thought, word and deed.

We have wounded your love and marred your image in us.

Restore us for the sake of your Son, and bring us to heavenly joy, in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Priest:

May the God of love bring you back to all that is good in you.

May you be forgiven of all wrongdoing and welcome God’s grace anew in your life this day.

May God’s assurance strengthen your resolve to begin again in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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THE PEACE Deacon: People:

Becky & Travis Walker The peace of the Lord be always with you.

And also with you.

Announcements Offertory Go to our Giving page. www.trinitytoledo.org/online-giving/, choose GIVE and Sunday, July 4. You can also text the word “Give” to 419-OMG-LOVE (419-664-5683) to make your weekly offering.

Offertory

Your One Wild & Precious Life

TWOTP

A Musical offering that opens us to the power of gratitude and how it can shape our one wild and precious life.

Music & Lyrics by Glen Phillips with quotes from Poet, Mary Oliver

Lord’s Prayer

by Parker Palmer Led by Alice Todd

The congregation is invited to join.

Heavenly Father, heavenly Mother, Holy and blessed is your true name.

We pray for your reign of peace to come, We pray that your good will be done, Let heaven and earth become one.

Give us this day the bread we need, Give it to those who have none.

Let forgiveness flow like a river between us, From each one to each one.

Lead us to holy innocence Beyond the evil of our days — Come swiftly Mother, Father, come.

For yours is the power and the glory and the mercy: Forever your name is All in One. Amen.

Blessing

May the rain fall off your shoulders when you’re caught in a storm.

When the frost comes a callin’ may it find you safe and warm.

May your place be set, and may your promises be kept.

And may you never forget that you are loved.

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Sending Hymn

Ev’ry Time I Feel the Spirit

LEVAS #114 (David Breen, Courtney Rahe, Michael Barlos, Kim Buehler, Brin Buckner- piano)

Dismissal Deacon: People:

Kyle & Hugh Grefe Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

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Trinity’s Daily Bread- As a community of faith, we are called to love and be loved; to serve and be served, to give and to receive. In short, we don’t want anyone to “fall behind or drop out.” In this season of connecting in new ways, we are introducing Trinity’s Daily Bread. Please let us know if you need prayer, assistance or connection by filling out our Daily Bread form on our website, www.trinitytoledo.org!

Trinity Episcopal Church Vestry Leadership Donna Steppe, Sr. Warden, Roberta Durham, Jr. Warden Leah Reed, Clerk, Jeffrey Albright, Dennis Degnan, Becky Koskinen, Fritz Hany, Bob Meeker & Jamie Paul Gary Franklin, Treasurer

Parish Staff The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray, Rector The Rev. Megan Allen, Transitional Deacon, Curate Heather Meyer, Director of Operations and Community Development Chelsie Cree, Interim Choir Director Gabe Hagedorn, Interim Accompanist Lynzi Miller, Next To New Manager & Communications Coordinator Nick Zurawski, Sexton ADDITIONAL RESOURCES & COPYRIGHT INFO: Collect of the Day Earth as the Original Spiritual Directors by Christine Valters Paintner TWOTP. Used with subscription permission through The Work of the People, Liturgy Project www.theworkofthepeople.com.

Readings and Gospel from: Revised Common Lectionary: lectionarypage.net, 2020 Psalm: From Psalms for Praying © 2007 Nan C. Merrill. Reprinted with permission of the publisher Continuum International Publishing Group www.PsalmsForPraying.com.

Affirmation of Faith: A New Zealand Prayer Book. He Karakia Mihinare o Aotearoa. Copyright is held by the Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia.

Prayers of the People: Women's Uncommon Prayers: Our Lives Revealed, Nurtured, Celebrated. by Elizabeth Geitz (Editor), Marjorie A. Burke (Editor), Ann Smith (Editor). © Church Publishing, Incorporated, 2000.

Lord’s Prayer: Version by Parker Palmer.

Bulletin Image: Cover of Scott Gunn’s Book, The Way of Love.

All printed music from The Hymnal 1982, Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing, My Heart Sings Out, Wonder, Love, and Praise was used by permission through purchase of riteseries.org.

All other printed music permission through purchase of CCLI Copyright license #20577215 Size B Streaming License #20577284 Size B Secular music permission through purchase of CCS WORSHIPcast Copyright license #13190 All printed music from Gather permission through purchase of onelicense.net License # A-700000

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Trinity Pages TODAY 7/4, 11:00am, Coffee Hour– You are invited to join us for a 30-minute virtual coffee and conversation following our 10:00 online worship service every Sunday. The Zoom MEETING ID is on our website and the PASSWORD will be shared by Lisa during service announcements each Sunday morning!

Wednesday, 7/7, 7:00pm, Moving Inward: Exploring Prayer as Physical Practice- Emily Olson will lead us in another season of prayer exploration, Wednesdays from 7:00-8:00 pm starting June 16th. This is a hybrid opportunity, allowing you the choice to join us in-person or on Zoom. If you are interested in participating, please visit our website to register via Sign up Genius and a Zoom link will be emailed to you. Movement will be accessible to all body types and abilities (ages 16+)!

Wednesday, 7/7, 12:00noon, Midweek Eucharist- Join us for a short 30-minute spoken mid-week Eucharist. We will gather together in the sanctuary to break bread and celebrate God’s love face to face. Then beginning July 14, we will gather at the same time in the sanctuary for a short Wednesday prayer service (no Eucharist) led by our new curate, Megan Allen. Whether you have attended these mid-week services in the past or not, all are welcome and wanted.

Thursday, 7/8, 7:00pm, The Way of Love Book Group- Join us as we discuss Scott Gunn’s latest book, The Way of Love: A Practical Guide to Following Jesus, which coincides with Lisa’s summer sermon series on the Way of Love. We will be meeting Thursdays from 7:00-8:30 pm, June 17 – August 5, on Zoom. Please visit our website to register via Sign up Genius and a Zoom link will be emailed to you.

Saturday, 7/10, 9:00am, Men’s Bible Study- Join us for our next Men’s Bible Study Zoom gathering on Saturday, July 10th at 9:00am. All men in the Trinity community and their guests are welcome to join. Register for this meeting on our website and we’ll send you the Zoom link!

Please remember those who have asked for our prayers: John L., Gladys & Karen Johnson-Webb Carol Gray Tishie Bozeman Godwin Nosa Ronald B Mitchell Katie Greg Bulach Justin Myers Nancy Owens & daughter Lou Woellner Stan Johnson Zach Wabeke Ray Levey

Judy Moon Sheilah Wilson Elisheva Rose-Boxer Chico Martinez Jo Stanovcak Douglas Romstadt

To add your name or the name of someone you love on the Prayer List, please email lynzi@trinitytoledo.org.

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Birthdays

7/10 Scott Dibling 7/15 Sully Sullivant 7/23 Bailey Oyler

Anniversaries

7/11 Ruth Foote 7/16 Nan Sirianni

7/14 Joan Fothergill 7/17 Chuck Abood

7/13 Joan & Don 11 Fothergill

7/14 Aliyah Melden 7/19 Yvonne Soldan

7/16 Jason & Courtney Rahe

To have your birthday or anniversary listed, please email the office: admin@trinitytoledo.org